The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses: A Review

Leaving the Wild: The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses

by Malcolm Coxall

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1675 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	368 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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In his book _The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses_, John Bradshaw explores the ways in which humans have shaped the evolution of these animals. From the domestication of dogs to the selective breeding of racehorses, humans have had a profound impact on the physical and behavioral characteristics of these animals. Bradshaw's book provides a unique and comprehensive look at the unnatural history of these beloved creatures.

Bradshaw begins by discussing the domestication of dogs, which occurred over 15,000 years ago. Dogs were originally domesticated from wolves, and Bradshaw argues that the process of domestication was driven by humans' need for companionship and protection. Over time, dogs evolved to become more dependent on humans and to develop a variety of traits that make them well-suited for living in human households.

Cats were domesticated much later than dogs, around 9,000 years ago. Bradshaw argues that the domestication of cats was driven by humans' need for pest control. Cats are natural predators of rodents, and they quickly became a valuable asset to farmers and other people who were plagued by pests. Over time, cats evolved to become more tolerant of humans and to develop a variety of traits that make them well-suited for living in human households.

Cows and horses were domesticated around the same time, around 6,000 years ago. Cows were domesticated for their milk and meat, while horses were domesticated for their ability to transport people and goods. Over time, both cows and horses evolved to become more dependent on humans and to develop a variety of traits that make them well-suited for living in human households.

Bradshaw's book is full of fascinating insights into the unnatural history of dogs, cats, cows, and horses. He discusses the ways in which these animals have been shaped by human needs and desires, and he explores the complex relationships that exist between humans and these animals. _The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses_ is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of these animals or in the relationship between humans and animals.

_The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses_ is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique and comprehensive look at the unnatural history of these beloved creatures. Bradshaw's book is full of fascinating insights into the ways in which humans have shaped the evolution of these animals, and he explores the complex relationships that exist between humans and these animals. _The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses_ is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the history of these animals or in the relationship between humans and animals.

Leaving the Wild: The Unnatural History of Dogs, Cats, Cows, and Horses

by Malcolm Coxall

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1675 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	368 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE